Public Works Standards

The City is working on the update of the Public Works Standards, which should be complete in 2015. The project page will be updated with public involvement opportunities as they are scheduled.

The City's Public Works Standards govern the construction of both privately financed public improvements and the City's capital improvement projects. The Public Works Standards are comprised of four sections:

Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control (EPSC) ManualThe EPSC Manual contains specifications for reducing or eliminating pollutants from entering the City's stormwater and ground water, especially related to construction activities. The manual includes both devices and methods of installation (deemed Best Management Practices) for controlling pollution reduction.